Mayor's Office for People With Disabilities

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MOPD Director

Angel Ponce

Angel Ponce brings over 15 years of experience in advocating for individuals with disabilities and historically underrepresented groups. In 2004, following a spinal cord injury resulting from a vehicular accident, Ponce transitioned to life as a wheelchair user. As a person with a disability, Ponce knows firsthand the challenges ...

Sr. Community Outreach

Stephanie Haechten

Stephanie Haechten assumes the role of Senior Community Outreach Coordinator for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, leveraging a distinguished background in special education, not-for-profit leadership, and strategic planning.

Sr. Comm. Specialist

Reynaldo Herrera

Reynaldo Herrera holds the position of Senior Communications Specialist for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, overseeing communication initiatives for the largest community in the heart of Houston.

Community Engagement

Kayla Cochrane

Kayla Cochrane serves as the Community Engagement Coordinator for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, bringing forth a robust background in community organization, public engagement, and affordable housing.

Sr. Office Asst.

Amanda Boyd

Amanda Boyd serves as the Senior Office Assistant for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities. With six years of dedicated experience in City Government, she adeptly applies her skills in advocacy and community engagement to contribute meaningfully to her role.

Community Liaison

Norma Medrano

Norma Medrano is the Community Liaison for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, where she is dedicated to building strong, collaborative relationships between organizations and their communities. With a decade of experience in ...

Program Assistant

Kimberly Blanchard

Kimberly Blanchard is a Program Assistant in the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, leveraging her expertise in education, mental health, and workforce accessibility to support individuals facing barriers. ...

Customer Service Rep.

Anataja Harris

Anataja Harris has joined the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities as a Customer Service Representative. She is excited to serve the disability community through communication, connection, and compassion. ...